Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with White Rice
A quick and delicious dinner, this Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry with White Rice features tender slices of beef and crisp broccoli florets coated in a savory sauce, served over fluffy white rice. Perfect for a weeknight meal, it's simple enough for beginners but packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- •1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced against the grain
- •1 tbsp cornstarch
- •1 tbsp soy sauce (for marinating beef)
- •1 tbsp sesame oil (for marinating beef)
- •2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- •2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- •1/2 cup beef broth
- •1/4 cup soy sauce
- •2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional, but recommended for flavor)
- •1 tbsp brown sugar
- •1 tsp cornstarch (for sauce)
- •1/4 cup water (for cornstarch slurry)
- •3 cups cooked white rice, for serving
- •Optional: sesame seeds for garnish
Dietary Info
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly and set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare other ingredients.
- 2
Prepare the stir-fry sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together beef broth, 1/4 cup soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), and brown sugar. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1 teaspoon cornstarch and 1/4 cup water to create a slurry. Set both aside.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary. Remove the cooked beef from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender-crisp. If desired, you can add a tablespoon or two of water and cover for a minute to steam the broccoli slightly.
- 5
Return the cooked beef to the skillet with the broccoli. Give the prepared stir-fry sauce a quick whisk, then pour it over the beef and broccoli. Bring to a simmer. Stir the cornstarch slurry once more, then slowly pour it into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Serve the Easy Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry immediately over hot white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
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